Long Beach Travel Guide

Posted on November 23, 2019 by admin124

The city of Long Beach borders Orange County and Los Angeles County and it is California’s seventh-largest city. Known for the Queen Mary and its busy shipping port, Long Beach is a great city to explore with lots of fun things to do. Here are the top attractions in the city of Long Beach.

The Aquarium of the Pacific

This aquarium is still often recognized as one of United States’ best aquariums. The Aquarium of the Pacific has more than 500 species of sea creatures with different exhibits showcasing everything from sharks to jellyfish. Lots of great programs are also on offer here during the day for both adults and children. To see everything this aquarium offers, give yourself up to three hours.

Shoreline Park

The Shoreline Park is a popular park known for its large lighthouse that sits on the hill just overlooking the water. There is multiple scootering, biking, and walking paths, so you can take them up to the lighthouse and around the park. On the south side of the park, there are fishing platforms while the north side has a small sandy beach. While there is not a lot to do here, it is always a good spot to relax and just watch the sunset.

Harbor Cruise

If you want to get out on the water, consider taking a Harbor Cruise. The cruise is relatively inexpensive, and it is a great way to tour Long Beach waterfront. You will enjoy the 45-minute ride as it will take you past the small oil drilling islands and the Queen Mary just off Long Beach coast. You will even get to see some seals as well while you are out on the water. If a harbor cruise is not your thing, there are a lot of boats here that do whale watching.

The Queen Mary

After exploring the downtown area, head over to the Queen Mary, the most famous landmark in Long Beach. With a storied history of more than 75 years, this place has a lot to offer. You can head onto the boat after grabbing a ticket and just explore to your heart’s content. There are also tours that spotlight the different parts of the boat like the haunted areas and the engine room. If you are looking for a unique place to stay in Long Beach, you can stay on the boat. For a whole family, the Queen Mary can be a little pricey but it is definitely a unique attraction to visit while in the city.

Visit One of the Beaches in Long Beach

For many people, a visit to Long Beach is not complete without a visit to the beach. The most popular beach in this city is the Long Beach City Beach, often referred to as Junipero Beach. It has a long stretch of sand that visitors can take advantage of. There is also a nice biking and walking path along the beach. Go up to bluff Park if you want to get a better view. It has a biking and walking path and it provides some great views of the water.

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Cancun Travel Guide

Posted on May 14, 2019 by admin124

Cancun is a Mexican resort city situated in Yucatan. Its peninsula is bathed by the Caribbean Sea warm water. Although once a flourishing Mayan Empire, it is now renowned for its proximity to one of the greatest reef systems in the world, incredible coastlines, and tropical forests. Cancun was once a sleepy fishing village but now millions of visitors come every year to pay homage to the Yucatan sun. Friends of mine who own a company that specializes in flat roofing, likes to make the trip south to Cancun and take in the sites as often as possible. Thanks to their input and some further research, this article will offer you some tips to help you plan the perfect vacation.

Isla Cancun
Mankind’s new sun temples rose from here. The sun in the beaches here has a unique property that lets it stay cool regardless of the weather. It is called the air-conditioned sand and a gift from the gods by the locals. There are many gifts like this in the Yucatan Peninsula.

Acuario Interactivo
This place will allow you to get close to the dolphins and you never know they may sing some mariachi for you.

Isla Mujeres
When you are done with the dolphins, go and play Tortuga on the northern end of the hotel zone. The Isla Mujeres (islands of Mujeres) is just a ferry ride of 20 minutes away.

Captain Dodger’s Maritime Museum
Discover the famous vessels, explorers, and the pirate that once navigated these islands. The Captain Dodger’s Maritime Museum is truly different. At the Sub Aquatic Eau de Carte, you will find hundreds of echo sculptures based on Yucatan locals. These sculptures change with time as sea life takes up residence here.

Mayan Cancun Museum
Yucatan is dotted with more than 40 Mayan cities but you have to be Indiana Jones to discover all of these great regions. You can explore its ancient world at the temple ruins of El Rey and the Mayan Cancun Museum.

Chichen Itza
Take a trip to Chichen Itza if you want to experience the greatest of destinations in Cancun. This is a vast temple complex that peaked in the 20th century and it is now one of the wonders of the world. You can also visit the great ball court where you will see *tees* literally playing for their lives.

Kukulcan Temple
You can climb the stairway in the temple and visit the observatory where many Mayan astrologers are reputed to have charted the night sky.

Dance Temples
Head back to town when the sun sets and explore the 21st-century dance temples in Cancun. You can join other tourists from all over the world as they seek the spirit of the night in oneness.

The Mayans are masters at different things, thankfully the end date of 2012 on their calendar turned out not to be the end of the world. For centuries to come, the sun will continue to shine over this island’s cool sands and warm water.

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What You Need To Know About Living in a Foreign Country

Posted on February 12, 2019 by admin124

If you have spent any amount of time in a foreign country, then you have probably realized just how much cheaper it is to actually circle the globe for an entire year than it is to just pay the bills in a foreign country, isn’t that right? The owners of L&G Sports and Therapeutic Massage spent a great deal of time traveling the world prior to settling down in Calgary and opening their clinic. It is no secret that more developed countries have a lot going for them these days, especially when it comes to things like convenience, infrastructure, and overall selection. However, there is also a pretty big downside to living in a more developed country, and this disadvantage comes in the form of higher taxes, larger bills for health care, and more expensive housing and car expenses. It is not that hard to live a better life without spending a whole lot of money on the things that you need – or at least the things that you think you need.

You see, you don’t have to move to your parents’ basement to save more money, because there are so many other ways to do it. It is pretty much safe to say that this whole situation is actually the equivalent of going on a diet without giving up hamburgers, cheeseburgers, and ice creams. With that said, if you are planning on moving to another country to start living a better life, feel free to do it as soon as you possibly can. And if anyone tells you that you shouldn’t do it, simply don’t listen to them. After all, it is your life, which means that you have the right to make your own rules, right?

Working Out Your Income Stream
One of the biggest benefits of living in a cheaper country is that you can stretch you money much further. When it comes to working in a foreign country, there is one very important thing that you need to know – your best option would be to earn your income in a well developed country and spend it in a less developed one. If you have a job that can be done remotely, be sure to use it to your advantage.

Doing a Trial Run
If you are planning on moving to a certain country in the near future, the first thing that you should do is spend a few days there as a tourist. This way, you will be able to determine whether you actually like that country or not. Don’t make any rush decisions!

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How To Get Rid of Your Fear of Flying

Posted on November 21, 2018 by admin124

Are you afraid of flying in an airplane? If you are, don’t worry, because you are not alone. It is safe to say that everyone is afraid of something. As human beings, we all are different, and because of that, we all have different fears, as well as different hobbies. However, keep in mind that there are some fears that can be avoided. This includes the fear of falling into a pit of snakes, as well as the fear of committing to a serious relationship, but it also includes the fear of flying in an airplane. Fear of flying is a classified phobia that affects many people from all over the world.

For some, traveling by an airplane is the scariest thing that there is in the world. What’s truly shocking about all of this is the fact that most people don’t even want to seek professional help, mostly because they are feeling either embarrassed or too confident that they can figure out what to do on their own. When it comes to traveling by an airplane, many people seem to be scared of the worst case scenario, which is different for everybody. That being said, here are some techniques that could help you get rid of your fear of flying!

Use a Weighted Blanket
Weighted blankets have been a thing for a very long time. People have been selling them online for about twenty years. Currently, weighted blankets are having a great time when it comes to both the stress and sleep-related markets. Today, these blankets are a mainstream product, and people often use them to treat stress and anxiety-related issues, which are often experienced by travelers.

Practice Is the Key
If you are willing to hire a professional to help you get rid of your fear of flying, keep in mind that you will have many different treatment options to try depending on who you hire. A common treatment option that people go for is known as the Exposure Therapy. Although this type of therapy is pretty good, don’t expect your fear of flying to go away overnight. It takes time.

Re-calibrate Your Mind
When turbulence starts playing with an airplane mid-flight, it is completely natural to have fearful responses kick in. Keep in mind that you need to do your best to stay calm. Practice and learn how to take yourself out of this stressful situation. Do some breathing exercises.

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Reasons Why we Love Bangkok?

Posted on November 19, 2018 by admin124

There’s so many reasons why we love Bangkok, Thailand and millions of tourists each year have also shared the same sentiments. We have listed down things to do and see when you’re in the colorful and shiny city of Bangkok.

TEMPLES.

Temples, shiny temples, and more temples are scattered around the big city. Temples are the best illustration of Thai’s beautiful and intricate architectural designs and people from all over the globe visit them for appreciation. But there are strict rules that every guest should adhere because this is still a place of worship for most locals. The more famous temples in the city are Wat Pho, Wat Arun and the Temple of the Golden Mount (Wat Saket).

GRAND PALACE.

The Grand Palace itself should be enough reason to visit Bangkok because who wouldn’t want a royal experience? Undoubtedly, the most famous landmark in the city, it is the grandiose home of the Thai Royal King. Majestic buildings comprise the enormous palace and your eyes can feast on elaborate designs on every corner of it. The palace also houses the Temple of the Emerald Buddha known to be the most sacred and venerated religious symbol in the whole of Thailand.

Bangkok

FLOATING MARKETS.

Shopping, per se, is already a very exciting reason for most tourists but doing it while aboard a long wooden boat is just as incredible or even more. Damnoen Saduak is the pioneer for these floating markets and shoppers swarm here because of the goods and the experience. Ride one of those row boats and choose from other floating boats that are filled to the brim with fruits, vegetables, food and other merchandise. Make sure to accept items firmly with both hands to avoid dropping them to the murky waters below.

NIGHT MARKETS.

If you’re too sea sick to ride the long boats to the floating market, street shopping would be highly recommended for you. The most popular one is the Rot Fai Night Market complete with colorful tents and music for a festive shopping atmosphere. The streets become alive with a vast display of different local goods and street foods making it impossible for you to really stop shopping. If you’re planning to buy souvenirs for loved ones back home, this would be the best place to hoard those ref magnets and key chains.

THAI FOOD.

There is just a lot of Thai food that you need to try, but the most famous would be their national dish, Pad Thai. You have to taste this dish made up of stir-fried noodles, bean sprouts, egg, peanuts and some vegetables because your trip to Bangkok wouldn’t be complete without it. Thai are also famous for there really spicy food so prepare those taste buds for some hot and spicy dishes served just about anywhere.

THAI MASSAGE.

After a long day of shopping and sight-seeing, a massage is always a welcoming idea. Thai massage is known for its acupressure and assisted yoga postures. Massage parlors are everywhere in the city. If you walk by Khao San Road at night, you’ll see lines of masseuses waiting to massage tired feet of tourists. Trust me, it is never a bad idea to try.

These are just the more famous reasons why we love Bangkok and there’s still more to it. We strongly suggest that you visit Bangkok to see and experience for yourself why a lot of people love to travel to this city every year, and when you’re there don’t forget to cherish those authentic Thai moments.

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Top 3 Mistakes That You Should Never Make When Traveling

Posted on October 28, 2018 by admin124

Are you excited about going on your first ever road trip? Of course you are! After all, going on a road trip is pretty much always a fun and unforgettable experience. In fact, traveling is one of the best things that you can do. Although traveling is always a fun experience, there are some things that you need to pay some extra attention to, because if you don’t, chances are that you will make some mistakes that you should never make when it comes to traveling. This is especially the case if you are a first time traveler.

That being said, if you are afraid that you are going to make some brutal mistakes during your first ever road trip, don’t be, because we are here to help you. And even if you do end up making some mistakes, just remember that you are not the only person in the world who made them. Some people tend to make the exact same mistakes over and over again, and because of that, we decided to share a few travel tips with you. Please, enjoy!

Don’t Overbook Stuff
When it comes to traveling, making sure that everything is planned out well enough can be a daunting task, especially if you are a first time traveler. This doesn’t include just planning out your destination, but every hotel and motel that you are going to stay in, and every breakfast, lunch, and dinner that you are going to eat as well. Just take it easy and do one thing at a time.

Over Packing Is a Bad Idea
It seems like some people just don’t understand when someone tells that overpacking is never a good idea. For example, there is absolutely no reason for you to bring your sleeping bag with you, when you are going to sleep in a hotel anyway. Instead of packing that sleeping bag of yours, the best thing to do would be to pack a bottle of water or something like that.

Trying To See Everything in One Day
Now, we do understand that you want to visit as many places as possible during your road trip, but that is actually not the best idea, especially if your road trip is not going to last more than one or two days. So, instead of trying to see everything, try to focus on one or two places, and explore them in their entirety. You can visit all the other places the next time you go on a road trip.

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Why You Need To Travel More Often

Posted on October 10, 2018 by admin124

Come here, we want to give you a piece of advice – you should travel as often as you possibly can. Why? Well, traveling is always a fun experience, which is probably the most common reason why people love to travel so much. But is there anything else to traveling other than it being a fun experience? Of course there is! Traveling is so much more than just seeing new places and meeting new people. Although taking pre-planned road trips and vacations is always a good idea, it is not what we are going to talk about here.

Traveling is a beautiful thing, and there are many different reasons why people love to travel so much. It can make us happy and fill us with a sense of wanderlust. Going on a road trip can also make us want to visit more new places, as well as meet new people and experience as many new cultures as possible. As interesting as traveling can be, there are some people out there who think that they need to wait until retirement in order to start traveling. We are more than happy to inform you that this is far from truth. And now, here are top three reasons why you should start traveling right now!

Meeting New People
Traveling is a great way to meet new people. But what’s even more amazing about traveling is the fact that you could actually end up making some new friends as well. It is actually easier for you to make new friends when traveling than it is to make new friends in your hometown.

You Will Find a New Purpose in Life
Some people tend to overlook traveling, and if there is one thing that you should never do in life, it is to overlook traveling. Traveling is not just a great way to see the world, but it is a great opportunity to get to know yourself a little bit better as well. When traveling, you get to experience the world in a way that you have never even thought was possible.

Appreciating Your Home
Everyone loves their home, right? And you love the house that you spent your childhood in too, don’t you? This is a great opportunity to test yourself. Try going on a road trip for a week or two, and you will see just how much more you will appreciate your home when you get back.

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Travel Tips – Travel Bags and Accessories

Posted on September 17, 2018 by admin124

For many people travel is part of their jobs and for others, it is a means to spend some leisure time. No matter what the reason, you will need to pack and get everything ready for your travel.

You should be ready and take everything with you that you need while you travel. If you do not take all that you need, it will frustrate you during the travel. It is even more important that you know what kind of bag you should have to fit the entire luggage for your travel. Here are a few types of bags that you should know which are helpful in traveling based on your needs.

Luggage Bags or Garment Bags for Business Trips

If you are spending two or three nights out of town traveling for a business trip, then you should have a carry-on bag with wheels. You can choose the size of the bad according to your needs. You can go for a large bag if you want to put a laptop, clothes or other stuff in it. The carry-on bag or the messenger bag has a unique design which has various features including a zip-down pocket. You can put your Smartphone of Tab in it.

You can also go with a garment bag. It is also good for spending two to three nights out. There are many designs that you can get. One of the designs is the bi-fold bag which has two handles. The bi-fold bag is a great choice for a business trip.

You may also get an overnight bag for your travel. It is a type of bag which has the main closure and has zipped pockets at two ends. It also has a shoulder strap which you can adjust according to the length. It also comes with a carrying handle. The best part of this bag is that it is easy to clean.

Travel Accessories

Besides getting a DSLR for your trip, you should have a few other items which will be useful while you travel. When you are traveling, you should have various tools which will come in handy at the time of need.

You should have a sleeping bag with a pillow. You should have an extra pair of almost everything that you pack. You may also get an extra pair of locks. When you are in transit, you may need a toiletry kit. So bring it along.

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